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I need to get it done but at 19, I want to wait a little longer.

 

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Didn't say the technology wasn't any better. If you were intelligent enough on the subject; which I assume you are because you are posting about Laser Eye surgery, then you would know the old technique of reshaping light that enters the eye was done using multiple cuts on your cornea to reshape the lens. The newest technique is a laser that reshapes the eye; which has changed very little in technique. The procedure is the same; sure the equipment is better but the technique is the same. If you want to know more spew more non sense and you may learn something.

 

Damm I didnt realize you were so young. I bet you were king dingaling in high school w/ that truck

 

Software is better, the reshapeing is better due to heating the molecules, making them dance, sucking the molecules into a vacuum, and then letting the unsucked settle. The laser heats the cornea. Putting it in laymans terms.

 

Thanks for making my point. The technology is better but the procedure is virtually the same. Let me put it this way... My vision is 20/20 and my nightblindness is better than before the surgery. So what could I have benefited by waiting 12 years for the surgery? Absolutely nothing! Just because technology is better doesnt necessarily make the end result better. It may merely make the procedure easier, quicker, and cheaper; except in this case it has made it more expensive.

 

I have a buddy who owns a Lasik Surgery clinic in Austin Tx. The software has allowed the Laser, which HAS changed over the years, to become smaller and more precise. Before, when it was wider it was less precise. You can go to a center today and choose different levels. The top level, keeps one from seeing rings around light a light source. They may use the same laser, but run different software that is more antiquated. I have been in medical sales for the past ten years, have been trained on everthing from needles and band-aids to Ultrasound, ECG, Hematology, Immunology, and Chemistry. Computers have gotten smaller, faster, more affordable. If you wanna say that the Laser of today is the same as of 12 years ago, go ahead. No skin off my back.

 

Just a little snippet from the web on lasik...

Is the LASIK surgeon up to date and the newest procedures? If a doctor has fallen behind, then chances are you will not receive the best treatment available. Medical technology advances rapidly. A complacent LASIK surgeon might be performing a surgery that is considered outdated or using LASIK technology that is no longer considered to be the best available.

Oh wait, theres more..

Laser eye surgery is still a relatively modern innovation and is constantly progressing with better and more efficient techniques being used. Some of the newest laser eye surgery trends are going to bring a marked improvement in the effectiveness of treatment for patients seeking vision improvement through laser eye surgery. New techniques are constantly being developed based on revolutionary new technologies and better and more effective knowledge and practices. Improved laser and computer targeting technology will make the new systems more efficient and reliable.

One of the latest innovations in laser eye surgery trends is a new 60 kHz laser that will enable the surgeon to create the flap in the eye quicker then what was previously thought possible. This will improve both ease-of-use for the surgeon and comfort for the patient. It is necessary to create the flap so that the laser that is used to alter the shape of the eye and correct the eyesight can be applied and the surgeon can use the targeted laser to reshape the eye and improve the vision. The flap that has been cut in the eye is simply lowered back into position and allowed to heal.

 

Oh no, this is the best one yet...

Previously the eyes were reshaped to the surgeon's opinion of what would improve the eyesight of the patient, now however, it is a much more scientific process utilizing computerized measurement and analysis to ensure that the patient’s eyes are reshaped to a precise formula so that they get the best vision improvement possible from their treatment.

Do ya think if you would have had your eyes done today, it MIGHT have been better than 12 years ago?

 

I had mine done in 1999. It was the type where they cut the flap and peel it back and then shape it (laser/lasik/whatever). I can truthfully say it was painless but I can also truthfully say it was the most INTENSE 20-25 minutes of my life. When they start they have you staring at a small red dot of light, then they make the cut for the flap, when they peel it back the light goes away and you are blind (since the other eye is covered). They then casually tell you not to move your eyeball one iota. Talk about nervewracking! I swear, they had to get an extra nurse in with a cool damp cloth just to keep the sweat off my forehead. I'm not saying I was scared,,,, just very very concerned.
Needless to say, I was a trooper and hung in there and the second eye wasn't quite so bad. You can actually feel the laser hitting it and smell a bit of burning eyeball but that was kind of cool. Went home and slept most of the rest of the day and night and when I woke the next morning I could read the house numbers across the street. Before I could barely see the house without my glasses. Went right out and bought my first real pair of shades. I wanted Ray Bans so bad but ended up with Maui Jims and have been hooked on them ever since.
Going on eight years now and haven't had any problems at all although this last year at night or when I'm really tired it sometimes seems like I'm not at 20/20. I had a checkup a couple years ago and was told I'm still pretty close to 20/20 and no need for glasses yet. I suppose it's about time for another checkup.

Hope my story doesn't scare you out of it. I would do it again in a heartbeat. Good Luck!

 

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I'll also add that a good friend of mine had his done in 2000. Same procedure, different doc and clinic. He hasn't had any problems or regrets either.

 

The experience can only be described as surreal...It was well worth it!

 

hhmm, must have went with the cut rate no money down 50% off special.